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In reply to the discussion: ***SCOTUS hearing Colorado case, [View all]getagrip_already
(17,802 posts)16. It means does there need to be a conviction or act of congress
Declaring him an insurrectionistionist, or is it self executing without requiring that.
For example, someone being 30 years old is self executing. No other action by any other official body needs to be made.
The 14th section 3 as written is also self executing. But Thomas is flailing.
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THomas asks him if there is any history of this happening. Duh. Dumb question.
lindysalsagal
Feb 2024
#22
Roberts trying to claim no standing for states to stop national candidates. He's already decided.
lindysalsagal
Feb 2024
#24
If states can't stop candidates, who can? How else can this amendment be enacted?
lindysalsagal
Feb 2024
#41
Interesting, isn't it, we and the SC 'only now' recognizing 'difficulty' of federalism,
elleng
Feb 2024
#38